Verification and Validation Engineer

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a bold Verification and Validation Engineer to support Space Station Systems Engineering and Integration. This onsite role reports to the SE&I Test and V&V Functional Manager at our SSDF facility.

You will develop verification plans, define V&V test plans and schedules, coordinate supplier verification activities, and collaborate with engineers, program office personnel, and customers to ensure rigorous verification throughout the life cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related).
• 9+ years of engineering experience with at least 3 years in verification and validation.
• Experience across the full verification life cycle from concept to close-out.
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs; space suits experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with big-picture understanding.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills for senior stakeholders.
• Start-up experience is a plus; INCOSE CSEP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities.
• Define and manage integrated V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Define verification requirements for suppliers within the V&V plan.
• Collaborate with space station engineers, program office, and customers for V&V planning and execution.
• Prepare verification plans and presentations for peers and external customers.
• Capture evidence from verification activities to create closure notices.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as needed.

Skills

Execution discipline

Cross-functional collaboration

Tech savvy

Written and verbal communication

Accountability

Technical rigor

Pride of delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Jira

JAMA

Confluence

Job description

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity’s expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Verification and Validation Engineer to support Space Station Systems Engineering and Integration who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic Verification and Validation who will primarily be responsible for developing verification plans for the Axiom Space Station program. This position reports to SE&I Test and V&V Functional Manager. This role is onsite and will be based at our SSDF facility.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:

• Define and manage integrated Verification & V &V test plans, procedures, and schedules across all engineering teams

• Define and coordinate verification requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan

• Collaborate with space station system and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution

• Prepare verification plans and presentations for peers, management, and external customers and partners

• Capture evidence from completed verification activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out

• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline)

• A minimum of 9+ years engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years in V&V or a combined equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience in the full verification life cycle from concept, to planning, coordination, execution, and close-out activities

• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs desired, with related experience in the testing of spacecraft, spacesuits, space vehicles. Experience with Space Suits is preferred

• A strong attention to detail while appreciating the bigger picture of complex and ambitious projects

• Excellent writing and presentation skills with experience communicating to senior decision-makers and technical audiences

• Experience in Start-up organizations a plus

• INCOSE CSEP preferred

Core Skills

• Executes priorities with precision and pace

• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally

• Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Support Agile development, architecture, and scrum implementation, using Jira, JAMA, and Confluence

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability

• Technical Rigor

• Execution Discipline

• Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. May involve support of 24/7 test operations at test facilities.

Requirements

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or ExportAdministration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. exportcontrol laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional exportcontrol screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment

• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)

• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

• Equipment and Machines

• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.